Hi,
I plan to remove the carpet in the townhouse I just bought. But don't
know how.
The first floor has concrete floor and second floor has hardwood
floor. A friend is ready to help me do this job. I need to do it
before my Laminate floor arrives at my place.

Can you give me tips on how to do it? (I am a first time buyer and
have absolutely no experience in DIY kind of jobs)
How long will it take to ripoff and cut it into 4' width? (area is
about 1700 sq ft) carpet removal arkansas
What instruments do I need?
Any precaution to be taken?
Or is it worth paying the installers to do this job?

Thanks in advance,